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Tinubu Hails Tems On Grammy Award, Applauds Other Nigerian Artists
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President Bola Tinubu congratulates Nigerian music sensation Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, on winning the Best African Music Performance award at the 67th annual Grammy Awards held in Los Angeles on Sunday night.
On behalf of the entire nation, President Tinubu commends the singer for her unique artistry, which has brought pride to Nigeria on the global stage for the second time.
The President celebrates the rise of a new generation of young and multi-talented Nigerian musical artists who have propelled Afrobeats to international prominence, projecting the country’s reputation as a powerhouse of musical innovation, creativity and cultural influence.
“From Africa to Antarctica, Asia to Australia, Europe to the Americas, the Nigerian music industry, particularly, Afrobeats has become a source of national pride, promoting a sense of identity and self-expression while uniting people across borders, ” he says.
President Tinubu congratulates other Nigerian artists nominated for this year’s Grammy Award: Yemi Alade, Asake, Wizkid, Lojay, Davido, and Burna Boy.
He thanks these patriots for putting Nigeria on the global map of great achievers in the music industry and for showcasing the country’s creative excellence.
“You are all inspiration and role models to many young people. The nation remains deeply grateful for your contributions to music, job creation, and tourism promotion. I wish you all continued success in your musical careers.”
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President(Information & Strategy)
Popular Hausa political praise singer, Muhammadu Buhari, popularly known as Kosan Waka, has passed away on Sunday at the age of 47.
Kosan Waka was widely known for his political praise songs, particularly in support of Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf.
Mourning the death, Governor Yusuf expressed grief over the loss, describing it as a painful one not only to the entertainment industry but to the wider community.
In a condolence message issued by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor described the late singer as a patriotic son of Katsina State whose music made a significant impact on political communication, cultural promotion and public enlightenment in Kano and beyond.
According to the statement, Kosan Waka died on Sunday and was scheduled to be buried at 5 p.m. in his hometown of Tsanni village, Batagarawa Local Government Area of Katsina State.
The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following reports that popular juju artist Saint Janet has passed away.
Although details surrounding the circumstances of the artist’s death remain limited at the time of filing this report, news of the passing has begun circulating on social media, with fans, colleagues, and well-wishers expressing shock and paying tribute to the late musician.
Saint Janet was widely recognized for contributions to the juju music genre and earned a loyal fan base through energetic performances and a unique musical style.
Family members and close associates have yet to release an official statement regarding the cause of death or funeral arrangements.
This is a developing story, and more details will be provided as they become available.
Nigerian musician David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has said he doesn’t any of his children to pursue a career in music.
Speaking in a recent episode of The Vibe podcast, the father of six explained that the reason he won’t encourage any of his children to do music is because of his own experience.
He revealed that his second daughter, Hailey Veronica Adeleke, is already leaning towards music and has good voice but he’s skeptical about supporting her.
“I don’t want any of my children to pursue music. My second daughter [Hailey] is already leaning towards music. She is the life of the party. She behaves just like me. She actually has a good voice.
“But I know what I went through. Can you go through what I go through? Knowing what I have been through, I’m skeptical about encouraging any of my children to do music,” he said.
Davido, however, added, “But because my parents and my family eventually allowed me chase me dreams, I would never want to block any of my children from chasing their dreams. And if they are good, why not?
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